Visit Florence SC

05/27/2026

🎓 Wayback Wednesday: Graduation Week Edition

As Florence celebrates graduation week, we’re taking a look back at one of the city’s most meaningful places in education history: Poynor School, located at 301 S. Dargan Street.

Long before today’s graduates crossed the stage, this site helped shape generations of Florence students. It was once home to the original Wilson School, built in 1866 as a segregated school for African American children in Florence County. The school became known as one of the most outstanding in South Carolina and later continued its legacy at new locations, including the Wilson High School we know today on Old Marion Highway.

After the original Wilson School building was torn down, local architect William Wilkins designed Poynor Junior High School on the same Dargan and Palmetto Street site in 1908. Today, Poynor is recognized as the oldest school building still standing in Florence County and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1983.

From early classrooms on Dargan Street to today’s commencement ceremonies, Florence’s education story is filled with perseverance, progress and pride.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓 Your chapter is just beginning.

05/26/2026

The Florence Visitors Center office will be closed Tuesday, May 26 through Thursday, May 28 due to the high traffic volume surrounding graduation commencements at the Florence Center. During this time, access to our offices will be limited.

Visitor information will still be available in the resource cabinet outside the Florence Visitors Center, and everything you need to plan your visit can be found online at VisitFlo.com or in the Visit Flo App.

Download the app: https://visitflo.com/app/?utm_source=hootsuite&utm_medium=socials&utm_term=graduation

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓 We wish all graduates, families, and guests a wonderful celebration.

05/13/2026

🕰️ Wayback Wednesday | Hotel Florence

In 1891, long before guests checked into boutique rooms or gathered for dinner at Victor’s, businessman Henry Rose purchased a lot and opened a one-story general merchandise and grocery store.

After a fire damaged the building in 1899, Rose rebuilt and expanded it to three floors in 1905. The upper floors became the Family Hotel, while the first floor continued to serve downtown shoppers. Over the years, the building housed candy, fruit, banking, hardware, and fabric businesses before becoming part of the Hotel Florence complex we know today.

In 1923, the Schofield brothers purchased the building and opened their hardware store, giving the property one of its most remembered names. Later, Rogers Brother Fabrics continued the building’s role as a downtown commercial landmark.

Today, the restored Hotel Florence brings that history full circle. Along with Victors the hotel blends historic architecture, local hospitality, and modern downtown energy in one of Florence’s most beloved blocks.

From general store to Family Hotel, from hardware store to boutique hotel — this landmark has welcomed generations of Florence stories.

05/13/2026

Check out the Florence mention in the South Carolina Currents magazine. Highlighting a few stops on the South Carolina Pecan Trail and the Revolutionary Rivers of Florence County, you may find a local gem you haven’t visited yet!

SC Currents, MPD Electric, May 2026

05/12/2026

Lynches River County Park has expanded its outdoor adventures with brand-new equestrian amenities! 🐎

Horse lovers can now enjoy:
• 6 miles of equestrian trails
• A unique challenge trail for training and trust-building
• An equestrian campground with 11 sites, each featuring water, electricity, and corrals
• A riding arena

The new facilities are designed to welcome equestrians from across South Carolina and beyond, adding another exciting reason to explore Florence County. While the campground is open now, an official grand opening celebration is planned for this fall.

Saddle up and discover this one-of-a-kind experience in Florence!🐴

Other things to do: 💦 Splash Pad, 🧗Climbing Wall, 🪢 Canopy Bridge through the treetops, Walking trails, 🛶 and of course, the beautiful Revolutionary Rivers!

05/09/2026

🦩❄️ FLAMINGOS x ICE CATS 💙🩷

Two fan favorites are teaming up for an unforgettable night at Carolina Bank Field on Thursday, June 4!

⚾ First Pitch: 7:00 PM
📍 Carolina Bank Field

Grab your tickets now:
🔗 Link in bio or purchase here:
https://nc1.glitnirticketing.com/ncticket/web/logingroup.php?password=icecatsnation&auto=1

🎟️ Seating Options:
• Section 103 – Bleacher seating with seat backs
• Section 104 – Traditional stadium seats

🍻 Thirsty Thursday Specials:
$2.50 Michelob Ultra (12 oz.)

🏒 Exclusive Ice Cats specialty jerseys will be auctioned off during the game!

Bring your flock, wear your Ice Cats gear, and join us for a night of baseball, hockey, and hometown fun!

*eDeeIceCat

05/09/2026

🏒🔥 LET’S GO ICECATS! 🔥🏒

Cheer on the P*e Dee IceCats by tuning in on YouTube ⬇️

https://youtube.com/?si=ZofHWaOfKIsejjyf

👀🔥 WAKE UP FLO TOWN ITS THE COMMISSIONER CUP FINALS 👀🔥

Tonight we take on the Binghamton Black Bears at Visions Veterans Arena. Tune in to our YouTube or 100.5 The Game Florence! 🤍🏒

Puck drop at 7:00pm.

*eDeeinPlayoffs

05/09/2026

🌺🎉 Aloha Kitchen is celebrating 3 YEARS in Florence! 🎉🌺 Help them celebrate NEXT SATURDAY, May 16!

05/09/2026

🍨❤️ What a flavor lineup aChocobellala!

From refreshing sorbets to decadent chocolate creations, there’s something for every sweet tooth:

🍋 Limoncello Sorbet
🍓 Raspberry Sorbet
🥧 Key Lime Pie
🫐 Bilberry Cheesecake
🍪 Biscoff
🎂 Cake Batter
🌰 Butter Pecan
🍫 Snickers
🍌 Banana Puddin’
🍫 Brownie Blast
🍫 Dark Chocolate
💚 Pistachio

Stop by Chocobella in Downtown Florence to sample a few flavors, treat yourself to handcrafted gelato, and pick up a sweet gift for Mom while you’re there. ❤️🍫🌸

(Brownie Points if you help Mom complete South Carolina Pecan Trail from the Visit Flo App!)